Why is CBT so popular?
Recently, CBT has attracted considerable attention. Its current popularity lies not only in its relevance to such a broad variety of emotional issues, but also in its ‘goodness of fit’ with the priorities and values of our times.
It is accessible
Sometimes dubbed the ‘psychology of common sense’ CBT is much more readily understood than the complex and sometimes counterintuitive theories of Freud and Jung. By mapping out the way in which our thoughts, feelings and actions all affect each other, with a little practice it becomes relatively straightforward to identify targets and strategies for dealing with whatever issues you may be facing.
It is skills-based
CBT is rooted in an educational approach. Therapy is not about ...
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